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Art of the Cut

OPPENHEIMER

Aug 31, 2023
Guests Jennifer Lame, Mike Fay, Nick Ellsberg, and Tom Feligno discuss editing 'Oppenheimer'. Topics include organizing visuals based on themes, screening and organizing film formats, logistical challenges of shooting in New Mexico, efficiency in storytelling techniques, trusting instincts in the editing process, and assembling the editorial team.
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  • Building tension through meticulous editing in the Trinity scene
  • Collaborative process with director Chris Nolan and open-mindedness towards new ideas

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Organization and Tension Building in Trinity Scene

In the podcast episode, Jennifer Lame, the editor of the film 'Oppenheimer,' discusses the process of building tension and organizing scenes, particularly focusing on the Trinity scene. The sequence involved carefully piecing together different elements, including music, to create a sense of tension and anticipation. The edit required meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that the scene flowed seamlessly and conveyed the desired emotions. Lame also explains how the decision to have a silent explosion in the Trinity scene was based on accuracy and realism, as the scientists who witnessed it did not hear the blast.

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